Sberbank Plans to Offer Crypto-Backed Loans in Rubles Amid Regulatory Collaboration
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 26 2025- Crypto Loan Initiative: Sberbank is evaluating a plan to offer ruble loans secured by cryptocurrency, intending to collaborate with regulators to establish the necessary legal and technical framework for launching such services soon.
- Digital Asset Issuance Growth: Since the beginning of 2025, Sberbank has organized over 160 digital asset issuances on its proprietary platform, demonstrating its ongoing expansion and innovation in the digital finance sector.
- Blockchain Laboratory Development: Following its blockchain pilot programs initiated in 2015, Sberbank established a dedicated Blockchain Laboratory in 2018, significantly strengthening its digital asset strategy, especially after securing a license from the Bank of Russia.
- Monitoring DeFi Ecosystem: Sberbank is actively monitoring developments in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, planning to utilize asset tokenization as a bridge between traditional finance and decentralized platforms, showcasing its forward-looking approach to fintech.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
